Undead Mage: I Have a Skeleton Clone-Chapter 244 - 231: Hexagonal Mage, Su Xinyan’s Shame and Sorrow

**[Celestial Curtain Magic Bottle] (Common White, Marvel):** An ancient creation of the Naraku Civilization, a Marvel exclusive to Undead Mages. It can be activated by a Spiritual Power key of a specific frequency, causing it to resonate and release a thick gray smoke. This smoke provides concealment and protection to allied Black Iron and lower-tier Undead Creatures within its range, while also slightly enhancing their Four-dimensional Attributes.

A flicker of understanding dawned on Fang Zhou as he stared at the line of text. The powerful functions of the attribute panel didn’t just appear out of thin air; they were built upon an accumulation of countless pieces of knowledge and materials.

Before he and Instructor Su Xinyan delved deep into the effects and mechanics of the Celestial Curtain Magic Bottle, the Marvel section of his attribute panel had shown no reaction to it. However, the moment he began to understand the treasure, the attribute panel swiftly recorded it.

Combining this with his experience from gathering and using other Marvels, a bold hypothesis formed in Fang Zhou’s mind. Knowledge is the foundation of a Mage. Even with powerful support like the attribute panel, one cannot neglect the accumulation and acquisition of knowledge.

Fang Zhou turned to face Instructor Su Xinyan. "I’ll have to trouble you with the work of refining the Undead Sky Screen, Instructor Xinyan. Thank you for your hard work. It’s getting late, so I’ll head back to the dorm to rest. I have the War Chess competition review this afternoon and need to be fully prepared."

Hearing this, Instructor Su Xinyan waved her hand dismissively, signaling for him to leave. "Get lost, you little silver-tongued devil. You just know how to use me as your personal workhorse."

Suddenly, as if remembering something, she added, "Oh, right, Fang Zhou.

"Remember to check your personal terminal. I’ve sent you the materials meticulously organized by Instructor Huang Qiuyue from the Light Attribute Professional Association.

"These materials include experimental data on the Professional skeletal regeneration project, the principles behind how the Life Crystal you’ve been eager to study works, and detailed records of the Living Troll regeneration experiments.

"Since you’ve applied to establish the Professional skeletal regeneration project and made certain commitments to Shen Ziwei and the others, you must take it seriously and give it your all.

"This isn’t just about Shen Ziwei, the Warrior Apprentice.

"You can tell from Instructors like Chen Qingshan and Shen Hongyu that millions of Professionals across the Longxia Federation, and even the entire Human Alliance, have lost parts of their skeleton for various reasons. This has cut off their hopes of ever achieving a higher Tier.

"If you can truly make a breakthrough in this field, even a tiny one, it would be an act of immeasurable merit. It would be of tremendous significance to the overall enhancement of the combat power of our Human Alliance Professionals."

Seeing Fang Zhou’s expression grow more and more focused, Su Xinyan’s tone softened.

"Of course, I know this path isn’t easy. Even if you give it your all and ultimately fail, there’s no need to feel guilty or ashamed. It wouldn’t be your fault.

"But as long as there’s a glimmer of hope, please, you must persevere. At the very least, I, my father, and the entire Sea City Military Academy will provide you with all the help we can.

"To support your research, I’ve already had an in-depth discussion with my dad. In a few days, the Living Trolls and Life Crystals needed for your Professional skeletal regeneration project will be supplied to you.

"Furthermore, Instructor Huang Qiuyue has volunteered to be the research assistant for your project, hoping to provide comprehensive support throughout the entire process."

Fang Zhou nodded solemnly and said to Su Xinyan, "Instructor Xinyan, please don’t worry.

"We haven’t officially started the experiments yet, and to be honest, I’m not entirely confident. But just as you said, as long as there’s even a sliver of hope, I will do my best.

"At the very least, I won’t fail to live up to the expectations and training you and the academy have invested in me."

Hearing Fang Zhou’s promise, Su Xinyan’s face, which had been uncharacteristically serious for a few minutes, finally relaxed. Then, she lifted her chin slightly and gestured toward the door. "Go on, go on, you have a class this afternoon."

"Remember to find me tonight," she added, blinking with a look of mock grievance. "Hmph! You assigned me the task of perfecting and refining three Skills—Soul Realm, Mental Shock, and Undead Sky Screen. Don’t you dare think you can slack off!"

Fang Zhou chuckled sheepishly, not daring to reply. He simply turned and left on his own.

...

In his dormitory, Fang Zhou lay on the soft, large bed, his body completely relaxed as he enjoyed a rare moment of leisure. A mysterious Celestial Curtain Magic Bottle spun gently in his hand. Until Fang Zhou advanced to a Bronze-tier Undead Mage and could summon Undead Creatures of the same Tier, this item would play a decisive role in every battle.

Closing his eyes, Fang Zhou’s thoughts drifted to future battlefields. The Soul Realm Skill and the Sealed Bone Bell would be for reconnaissance. The Celestial Curtain Magic Bottle would conceal his army’s movements. The Skeleton Army would serve as his main combat force, while the Skeleton Series Skills would act as a Magic Cannon Platform. Adding to that, the Skeleton Shackles would provide control, the Skeleton Shield would offer defense, and the Skeleton Wings would grant a mobility advantage. This was a meticulously designed combat system, integrating all his resources and strengths, aiming to maximize combat output.

He got up, collected his thoughts, and turned his gaze to the attribute panel before him. A full day had quietly passed since he had last removed the Night Watcher I boon. Now, he finally had another chance to choose a Skill to augment.

Without the slightest hesitation, he precisely bound the Night Watcher I rune to Soul Realm. As a detection Skill that could be used at any time, Soul Realm played a crucial role in both daily exploration and intense combat. Filled with anticipation, Fang Zhou looked forward to the moment Soul Realm reached the Instinct level.

It was getting late, so Fang Zhou packed his things and prepared to head to the Hall of Glory. Along the way, he immersed his consciousness in his Clone.

Just like this morning, dozens of mangled skeletons had once again piled up at the Clone’s feet, all taken down under the vigilant watch of its loyal Skeleton Servants. The vibrant Soul Fire in his skull flickered with satisfaction, extremely pleased with Tidamia, the Mutated Skeleton Warrior.

If one day he could command an elite force composed of countless Skeleton Servants as intelligent as Tidamia, all obeying his commands and hunting independently, what a spectacular scene that would be! They would become the most solid foundation on his path to becoming the Skeleton Monarch. Perhaps if Tidamia’s intelligence could improve further, to the point where it could consciously command the other skeleton underlings like the Berserker Heroic Spirit Olaf, that would be more than satisfactory. That way, when the Skeleton Clone "logged off" to rest, he could confidently entrust a portion of the Skeleton Servants to Tidamia’s command, drastically increasing their hunting efficiency. Each sortie would become a feast, allowing him to harvest more resources and accelerate the growth of his power.

Fang Zhou looked up, gazing at the Blood Moon. The gigantic ruby hanging in the sky emitted a strange yet captivating glow.

"There will be intelligent Undead, and there will be AFK leveling," he murmured.

To be honest, for a Skeleton, the lowest of all Undead Creatures, what Tidamia had achieved was already remarkable. He shouldn’t be greedy and ask for more. True glory awaited the day his Skeleton Clone grew strong enough to command High-tier Undead of the Silver or even Gold Tier. Then, he would truly become an unparalleled Skeleton Monarch in this land. He would lead an unstoppable Undead Army, write his own legend, and conquer all enemies. The Blood Moon will remember his name! All realms will echo with his legend!